The Ultimate Guide to Christmas Markets in Ireland 2022

Christmas Markets in Ireland 2022

Around the island of Ireland, artisans, crafters, makers and doers are feeling this hope and excitement in the run up to their most important business time of the year, the holiday season and Christmas time. For these creatives, this time of year brings the biggest opportunity to welcome customers, old and new. The perfect chance to exhibit their skills and hard work. And selling their wares at ‘Christmas Markets in Ireland‘ is one of the ways they get to do this.


This guide encourages you to get out and about this Christmas and give ‘shopping local’ a go. Consider supporting creatives in every field from bread baking to toy making.


Further Reading: The Life of Stuff – Travel the Island of Ireland


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10 Top Tips For Visiting Christmas Markets in Ireland 2022

  1. Bring a mask and hand sanitiser if it makes you feel more comfortable, and use to your heart’s content.
  2. If you don’t feel comfortable in a busy spot move to a quieter area.
  3. For most of us the hustle and bustle of Christmas is going to be a culture shock as we haven’t experienced it in so long. Remember we’re all in the same boat.
  4. Cash used to be King (or Queen), and for some vendors it still is, but thankfully many have now adapted to contactless payment options.
  5. Bring your own bags for purchases.
  6. A pram or stroller for small children is advised.
  7. It gets chilly during the months of November and December so wrap up.
  8. If the market has a website or social media page, check it and know what to look forward to.
  9. There’ll most likely be food and drink stalls so make it a highlight of your visit.
  10. Take your ‘Christmas Market in Ireland 2022’ experience at your own pace and enjoy.

The Ultimate Guide to Christmas Markets in Ireland 2022

Listed in chronological order and under the provinces of Leinster, Munster, Connacht and Ulster including Northern Ireland.

To prevent disappointment, please use the links provided to confirm dates and times. Many markets only take place on specific weekend days, at specific times. And unfortunately many have already cancelled.


If you know of confirmed dates of the highlighted Christmas Markets in Ireland 2022 marked ‘TBC’ or you are part of a committee hosting a Christmas Market and would like it featured in this guide, please email: edwina@thelifeofstuff.com.


The Ultimate Guide to Christmas Markets in Ireland 2022 Leinster


Christmas Markets in Leinster

Leinster Highlight of Christmas Markets in Ireland 2022: Wicklow Christmas Market


Dublin


Kildare


Carlow


Kilkenny


Laois


Longford


Louth


Meath


Offaly


Westmeath


Wexford


Wicklow


The Ultimate Guide to Christmas Markets in Ireland 2022 Munster


Christmas Markets in Munster

Munster Highlight of Christmas Markets in Ireland 2022 : Waterford Winterval Christmas Markets

  • Where: Waterford City.
  • When: November 18 – December 23
  • Website: winterval.ie

Cork


Clare


Kerry


Limerick


Tipperary


Waterford

  • Waterford Winter Fair | The Collective | Nov 3 | eventbrite.ie
  • Waterford Winterval Christmas Markets | Nov 18 – Dec 23 winterval.ie

The Ultimate Guide to Christmas Markets in Ireland 2022 Connacht


Christmas Markets in Connacht

Connacht Highlight of Christmas Markets in Ireland 2022 : Christmas Market Galway


Galway


Leitrim


Mayo


Roscommon


Sligo


The Ultimate Guide to Christmas Markets in Ireland 2022 Ulster incl Northern Ireland


Christmas Markets in Ulster (including Northern Ireland)

Ulster Highlight of Christmas Markets in Ireland 2022 : Belfast Continental Christmas Market


Antrim


Armagh


Cavan


Derry / Londonderry

  • Walled City Markets | Guildhall Square | Nov 25 – Dec 18 | derrystrabane.com
  • Maghera Christmas Market | Linenhall Centre | Nov 25 | facebook.com/upperlandscommunity

Donegal


Down


Fermanagh


Monaghan


Tyrone


Photos by Rodion Kutsaev – CCO Licence


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